USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language articles from February 2006

USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language archives from February 2006

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Ascorbicap Cebid Timecelles Cecon Cecore 500 Cee-500 Cemill Cenolate Cetane Cevi-Bid Flavorcee Mega-C/A Plus Ortho/CS Sunkist In...

Bronchodilators, Theophylline (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Aerolate Sr(3) Asmalix(3) Choledyl(2) Choledyl SA(2) Elixophyllin(3) Lanophyllin(3) Phyllocontin(1) Quibron-T Dividose(3) ...

Angiotensin-converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Accupril(10) Aceon(9) Altace(11) Capoten(2) Lotensin(1) Mavik(12) Monopril(6) Prinivil(7) Univasc(8) Vasotec ...

Angiotensin-converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors and Hydrochlorothiazide ( Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Accuretic(6) Capozide(2) Lotensin HCT(1) Prinzide(4) Uniretic(5) Vaseretic(3) Zestoretic(4) In Canada -- Accuretic(6) ...

Antacids (Oral).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Advanced Formula Di-Gel(16) Alamag(1A) Alamag Plus(5) Alenic Alka(7A) Alenic Alka Extra Strength(9) Alka-Mints(14) Alkets(14) Alkets...

Anthralin (Topical).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Drithocreme Drithocreme HP Dritho-Scalp Micanol In Canada -- Anthraforte 1 Anthraforte 2 Anthranol 0.1 Anthranol 0.2 Anthranol 0.4 Anthrascalp ...

Anticholinergics/Antispasmodics (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Anaspaz(8) A-Spas S/L(8) Banthine(10) Bentyl(5) Cantil(9) Cystospaz(8) Cystospaz-M(8) Donnamar(8) ED-SPAZ(8) Gastrosed(8)...

Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) Live--for Cancer (Mucosal-Local).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Pacis TheraCys TICE BCG In Canada -- ImmuCyst Pacis Antineoplastic Description Bacillus Calmette-Guerin ( Ba-SIL-es Kal-met Geh-rin) (BCG) is used as a solution that is run...

Acetaminophen, Sodium Bicarbonate, and Citric Acid (Systemic ).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Bromo-Seltzer Analgesic-antacid Description Acetaminophen, sodium bicarbonate, and citric acid (a-seat-a-MIN-oh-fen, SOE-dee-um bi-KAR-boe-nate, and SI-trik AS-id) combination is used to relieve pain...

Acyclovir (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Zovirax In Canada -- Alti-Acyclovir Avirax Zovirax Zovirax Wellstat Pac Zovirax Zostab Pac Another commonly used name is aciclovir . Antiviral, systemic...

Acyclovir (Topical).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Zovirax In Canada -- Zovirax Other commonly used names are acyclovir and acycloguanosine. Antiviral, topical Description Acyclovir (ay-SYE-kloe-veer) belongs to the family of...

Corticosteroids (Dental).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Kenalog in Orabase(2) Orabase-HCA(1) Oracort(2) Oralone(2) In Canada -- Kenalog in Orabase(2) Another commonly used name for hydrocortisone is...

Anticoagulants (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Coumadin(3) Miradon(1) In Canada -- Coumadin(3) Sintrom(4) Warfilone(3) Other commonly used names are nicoumalone and dicoumarol. For quick...

Anticonvulsants, Dione (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Other commonly used names for trimethadione are TMO, trimethadionum, trimethinum, and troxidone. This information applies to the following medicines: 1.Paramethadione (par-a-meth-a-DYE-one )(*) 2.Trimethadione...

Anticonvulsants, Hydantoin (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Cerebyx(2) Dilantin(4) Dilantin-125(4) Dilantin Infatabs(4) Dilantin Kapseals(4) Mesantoin(3) Peganone(1) Phenytek(4) In Canada --...

Anticonvulsants, Succinimide (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Celontin(2) Zarontin(1) In Canada -- Celontin(2) Zarontin(1) For quick reference, the following succinimide anticonvulsants are numbered to match the...

Corticosteroids (Inhalation).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- AeroBid(4) AeroBid-M(4) Azmacort(5) Beclovent(1) Pulmicort Respules(2) Pulmicort Turbuhaler(2) Qvar(1) Vanceril(1) Vanceril 84...

Corticosteroids (Nasal).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Beconase(1) Beconase AQ(1) Dexacort Turbinaire(3) Flonase(5) Nasacort(7) Nasacort AQ(7) Nasalide(4) Nasarel(4) Nasonex(6) ...

Corticosteroids (Ophthalmic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- AK-Dex(2) AK-Pred(6) AK-Tate(6) Baldex(2) Decadron(2) Dexair(2) Dexotic(2) Econopred(6) Econopred Plus(6) Eflone(3) ...

Corticosteroids (Otic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Decadron(2) In Canada -- Betnesol(1) Decadron(2) For quick reference, the following corticosteroids are numbered to match the corresponding brand names. ...

Corticosteroids --Medium to Very High Potency (Topical).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Alphatrex(3) Aristocort(20) Aristocort A(20) Betatrex(3) Beta-Val(3) Bio-Syn(9) Cordran(11) Cordran SP(11) Cormax(4) ...

Corticosteroids and Acetic Acid (Otic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- VoSol HC In Canada -- VoSol HC Another commonly used name for hydrocortisone is cortisol. This information applies to the following corticosteroid and acetic acid combination medicines: ...

Corticosteroids --Glucocorticoid Effects (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Acetocot(9) A-hydroCort(5) Amcort(9) A-MethaPred(6) Aristocort(9) Aristocort Forte(9) Aristopak(9) Aristospan (9) ...

Alcohol and Acetone (Topical).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Seba-Nil Liquid Cleanser Tyrosum Liquid Tyrosum Packets Antiacne agent, topical Cleansing agent, astringent Cleansing agent, defatting Description Alcohol and acetone...

Alcohol and Sulfur (Topical).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Acne Lotion 10 Liquimat Light Liquimat Medium In Canada -- Postacne Antiacne agent, topical Cleansing agent, astringent-keratolytic Cleansing agent,...

Allopurinol (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Aloprim Zyloprim In Canada -- Apo-Allopurinol Purinol Zyloprim Antigout agent Antihyperuricemic Antiurolithic, calcium oxalate calculi Antiurolithic,...

Alpha 1-proteinase Inhibitor, Human (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Aralast Prolastin In Canada -- Prolastin Another commonly used name is alpha (1)-antitrypsin. Alpha (1)-antitrypsin replenisher Description Alpha (1)-proteinase (AL-fa wun...

Alprostadil (Local).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Caverject Edex Muse Prostin VR Pediatric In Canada -- Caverject Prostin VR Other commonly used names are PGE (1) and prostaglandin E (1). Impotence therapy agent ...

Amantadine (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Symmetrel In Canada -- Endantadine Gen-Amantadine Symmetrel Antidyskinetic Antifatigue, specifically in multiple sclerosis Antiviral, systemic Description ...

Aminobenzoate Potassium (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Potaba Potaba Envules Potaba Powder In Canada -- Potaba Potaba Envules Potaba Powder Other commonly used names are KPAB, potassium aminobenzoate, and potassium...

Aminoglutethimide (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Cytadren In Canada -- Cytadren Antiadrenal Antineoplastic Description Aminoglutethimide (a-mee-noe-gloo-TETH-i-mide ) acts on a part of the body called the adrenal cortex. It affects...

Aminoglycosides (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Amikin(1) Garamycin(2) G-Mycin(2) Jenamicin(2) Kantrex(3) Nebcin(7) Netromycin(5) In Canada -- Amikin(1) Garamycin(2) ...

Aminosalicylate Sodium (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Tubasal In Canada -- Nemasol Sodium Another commonly used name is PAS. Antibacterial, antimycobacterial Description Aminosalicylate sodium (a-mee-noe-sal-I-si-late soe-dee-um) belongs...

Amiodarone (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Cordarone Cordarone I.V. In Canada -- Cordarone Cordarone Intravenous pms-Amiodarone Antiarrhythmic Description Amiodarone (am-ee-OH-da-rone ) belongs to the group of...

Ammoniated Mercury (Topical).
February 1, 2006... Description Ammoniated mercury ( a-MOE-nee-ay-ted MER-kyoo-ree) is used to treat impetigo, psoriasis, minor skin infections, and other skin disorders. This medicine is available without a prescription. Your doctor may have...

Amphetamines (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Adderall(3) Adderall XR Desoxyn(4) Desoxyn Gradumet(4) Dexedrine(2) Dexedrine Spansule(2) DextroStat(2) In Canada -- Dexedrine(2)...

Amphotericin B (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Amphocin Fungizone Intravenous In Canada -- Fungizone Intravenous Antifungal, systemic antiprotozoal Description Amphotericin B (am-foe-TER-i-sin Bee) is an antifungal. It is...

Amphotericin B (Topical).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Not commercially available Antifungal, topical Description Amphotericin ( am-foe-TER-i-sin) B belongs to the family of medicines called antifungals. Amphotericin B topical preparations are used to treat...

Amyl Nitrite (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Antianginal Antidote to cyanide poisoning Diagnostic aid, cardiac function Description Amyl nitrite (AM-il NYE-trite) is related to the nitrate medicines and is used by inhalation to relieve the pain of angina...

Anabolic Steroids (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Anadrol-50(3) Deca-Durabolin(1) Durabolin(1) Durabolin-50(1) Hybolin Decanoate(1) Hybolin-Improved(1) Kabolin(1) Oxandrin(2) ...

Androgens (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Androderm(3) AndroGel(3) Android(2) Android-F(1) Andro L.A. 200(3) Andronate 100(3) Andronate 200(3) Andropository 200(3) Andryl...

Androgens and Estrogens (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Depo-Testadiol(5) Estratest(3) Estratest H.S.(3) Valertest No. 1(5) In Canada -- Climacteron(5) For quick reference, the following androgens and...

Anesthetics (Dental).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Anbesol, Baby(1) Anbesol Maximum Strength Gel(1) Anbesol Maximum Strength Liquid(1) Anbesol Regular Strength Gel(3) Anbesol Regular Strength Liquid(3) ...

Anesthetics (Ophthalmic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Ak-Taine(1) Ak-T-Caine(2) Alcaine(1) Ocu-Caine(1) Ophthaine(1) Ophthetic(1) Opticaine(2) Pontocaine(2) Spectro-Caine(1) In...

Anesthetics (Parenteral-Local).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Carbocaine(6) Carbocaine with Neo-Cobefrin(6) Chirocaine(10) Citanest Forte(7) Citanest Plain(7) Dalcaine(5) Dilocaine(5) Duranest(4)...

Anesthetics (Rectal).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Americaine Hemorrhoidal(1) Nupercainal(2) Fleet Relief(3) Pontocaine Cream ( **)(4) Pontocaine Ointment(5) ProctoFoam/non-steroid(3) ...

Anesthetics (Topical).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Almay Anti-itch Lotion(7) Americaine Topical Anesthetic First Aid Ointment(1) Americaine Topical Anesthetic Spray(1) Butesin Picrate(3) DermaFlex(5) ...

Etidronate (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Didronel In Canada -- Didronel Another commonly used name is EHDP. Antihypercalcemic Bone resorption inhibitor Description Etidronate ( eh-tih-DROE-nate) is used to treat...

Antidepressants, Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) Inhibitor (Systemic ).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Nardil(1) Parnate(2) Marplan(3) In Canada -- Nardil(1) Parnate(2) For quick reference, the following antidepressants are numbered to match the...

Antidepressants, Tricyclic (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Anafranil(3) Asendin(2) Aventyl(7) Elavil(1) Endep(1) Norfranil(6) Norpramin(4) Pamelor(7) Sinequan(5) Surmontil(9) ...

Antidyskinetics (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Akineton(2) Artane(5) Artane Sequels(5) Cogentin(1) Kemadrin(4) Parsidol(3) Trihexane(5) Trihexy(5) In Canada -- ...

Antifibrinolytic Agents (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Amicar(1) Cyklokapron(2) In Canada -- Amicar(1) Cyklokapron(2) Another commonly used name for aminocaproic acid is epsilon-aminocaproic acid. ...

Antiglaucoma Agents, Cholinergic, Long-acting (Ophthalmic ).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Humorsol(1) Phospholine Iodide(2) In Canada -- Phospholine Iodide(2) France Diflupyl(3) Other commonly used names are: DFP, difluorophate, dyflos,...

Antihistamines (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Alavert(13) Allegra(17) Aller-Chlor(5) AllerMax Caplets(10) Aller-med(10) Atarax(12) Banophen(10) Banophen Caplets(10) ...

Antihistamines and Decongestants (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Allerest Maximum Strength(7) Allerphed(14) Atrohist Pediatric(7) Atrohist Pediatric Suspension Dye Free(8) Benadryl Allergy Decongestant Liquid...

Antihistamines, Decongestants, and Analgesics (Systemic ).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Actifed Cold & Sinus Caplets(3) Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Medicine Liqui-Gels(3) Benadryl Allergy/Sinus Headache Caplets(6) Children's Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom(3)...

Antihistamines, Phenothiazine-derivative (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Products containing trimeprazine were withdrawn from the market by Allergan in July 1999 Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Anergan 25(2) Anergan 50(2) Antinaus 50(2) Pentazine(2) ...

Antimyasthenics (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Mestinon(3) Mestinon Timespans(3) Mytelase Caplets(1) Prostigmin(2) Regonol(3) In Canada -- Mestinon(3) Mestinon-SR(3) ...

Antipyrine and Benzocaine (Otic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- A/B Otic Allergen Analgesic Otic Antiben Auralgan Aurodex Auroto Dolotic Ear Drops Otocalm In Canada -- Auralgan Earache Drops Another...

Antithyroid Agents (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Tapazole(1) In Canada -- Propyl-Thyracil(2) Tapazole(1) Another commonly used name for methimazole is thiamazole. For quick reference, the following...

Appetite Suppressants, Sympathomimetic (Systemic ).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Adipex-P(5) Adipost(4) Bontril PDM(4) Bontril Slow-Release(4) Didrex(1) Fastin(5) Ionamin(5) Mazanor(3) Melfiat(4) ...

Apraclonidine (Ophthalmic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Iopidine In Canada -- Iopidine Other commonly used names are aplonidine and p-aminoclonidine. Antiglaucoma agent, ophthalmic Antihypertensive, ocular Description ...

Asparaginase (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Elspar In Canada -- Kidrolase Another commonly used name is colaspase . Antineoplastic Description Asparaginase ( a-SPARE-a-gi-nase) belongs to the group of medicines known as...

Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate, and Citric Acid (Systemic ).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid Flavored Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid In Canada -- Alka-Seltzer Effervescent Pain Reliever and Antacid Flavored...

Atropine, Homatropine, and Scopolamine (Ophthalmic ).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- AK-Homatropine(2) Atropair(1) Atropine Care(1) Atropine Sulfate S.O.P.(1) Atropisol(1) Atrosulf(1) I-Homatrine(2) Isopto Atropine(1) ...

Atropine, Hyoscyamine, Methenamine, Methylene Blue, Phenyl Salicylate, and Benzoic Acid (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Atrosept Dolsed Hexalol Prosed/DS Trac Tabs 2X UAA Uridon Modified Urimed Urinary Antiseptic No. 2 Urised Uriseptic Uritab Uritin ...

Attapulgite (Oral).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Diar-Aid Diarrest Diasorb Diatrol Donnagel Kaopek K-Pek Parepectolin Rheaban Kaopectate did contain attapulgite and was reformulated in 2003. It now contains...

Azathioprine (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Imuran In Canada -- Imuran Immunosuppressant antirheumatic (disease-modifying) bowel disease (inflammatory) suppressant lupus erythematosus suppressant Description ...

Aztreonam (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Azactam Antibacterial, systemic Description Aztreonam ( AZ-tree-oh-nam) is an antibiotic that is used to treat infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. ...

Acetaminophen (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Aceta Elixir(1) Aceta Tablets(1) Acetaminophen Uniserts(1) Actamin(1) Actamin Extra(1) Actamin Super(2) Aminofen(1) Aminofen Max(1) Apacet Capsules(1) Apacet...

Baclofen (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Lioresal In Canada -- Lioresal Apo-Baclofen Novo-Baclofen Nu-Baclofen PMS-Baclofen Antispastic analgesic (in trigeminal neuralgia) Description Baclofen (BAK-loe-fen)...

Barbiturates (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Alurate(2) Amytal(1) Barbita(7) Busodium(3) Butalan(3) Butisol(3) Luminal(7) Mebaral(4) Nembutal(6) Sarisol No. 2(3) ...

Belladonna Alkaloids and Barbiturates (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Antrocol(2) Barbidonna(1) Barbidonna No. 2(1) Barophen(1) Bellalphen(1) Butibel(3) Donnamor(1) Donnapine(1) Donnatal(1) ...

Bentiromide (Diagnostic).
February 1, 2006... Diagnostic aid (pancreatic function) Description Bentiromide (ben-TEER-oh-mide) is used to help find out if the pancreas is working the way it should. The pancreas helps break down the bentiromide almost the same way it helps to...

Benzodiazepines (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Alprazolam Intensol(1) Ativan(12) Dalmane(9) Diastat(7) Diazepam Intensol(7) Dizac(7) Doral(16) Halcion(18) Klonopin(5) ...

Benzonatate (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Tessalon In Canada -- Tessalon Antitussive Description Benzonatate (ben-ZOE-na-tate ) is used to relieve coughs due to colds or influenza (flu). It is not to be used for chronic cough that...

Benzoyl Peroxide (Topical).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Acne-Aid Vanishing Cream Acne-Aid Aqua Gel Ambi 10 Acne Medication Benoxyl 5 Lotion Benoxyl 10 Lotion Benzac AC 21/2 Gel Benzac AC 5 Gel Benzac AC 10 Gel Benzac AC...

Beta-adrenergic Blocking Agents (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Betapace(13) Blocadren(14) Cartrol(5) Corgard(8) Inderal(12) Inderal LA(12) Kerlone(3) Levatol(10) Lopressor(7) ...

Beta-adrenergic Blocking Agents and Thiazide Diuretics ( Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Corzide 40/5(4) Corzide 80/5(4) Inderide(6) Inderide LA(6) Lopressor HCT(3) Tenoretic 50(1) Tenoretic 100(1) Timolide 10-25(7) ...

Etoposide (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- VePesid Etopophos Toposar In Canada -- VePesid Another commonly used name is VP-16. Antineoplastic Description Etoposide ( e-toe-POE-side)belongs to the group of...

Bethanechol (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Duvoid Urabeth Urecholine In Canada -- Duvoid Urecholine Cholinergic Description Bethanechol (be-THAN-e-kole ) is taken to treat certain disorders of the urinary tract or...

Biotin (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... Other commonly used names are vitamin H , coenzyme R, or vitamin Bw. Nutritional supplement, vitamin Description Biotin ( BYE-oh-tin) supplements are used to prevent or treat biotin deficiency. Vitamins (VYE-ta-mins)...

Bismuth Subsalicylate (Oral).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Bismatrol Bismatrol Extra Strength Extra Strength Kaopectate Kaopectate Prior to 2003, Kaopectate contained attapulgite. It was reformulated to contain bismuth subsalicylate as the active...

Bleomycin (Systemic).
February 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Blenoxane In Canada -- Blenoxane Antineoplastic Description Bleomycin ( blee-oh-MYE-sin) belongs to the general group of medicines called antineoplastics. It is used to treat several types of...